Daniel Sawyers
College Station,TX
Summary
Experienced Millwright Supervisor with a proven track record of thriving under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. Adept at strategic planning and executing complex projects to enhance operational performance. Expertise in safety procedures, equipment installation, operation, and meticulous documentation ensures compliance and efficiency. Committed to fostering a safe working environment while optimizing productivity through effective leadership and technical proficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Sawyers Transport LLC
College Station, TX
05.2025 - Current
- Managed daily logistics operations, ensuring timely deliveries and optimal route planning.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain compliance and reduce risk across transportation activities.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to enhance service quality and reliability.
- Coordinated fleet maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and maximize vehicle performance.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Maintenance Supervisor
C.H. Guenther and Son
Bryan, TX
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Certified Maintenance Supervisor, through the Marshall Institute.
- Six Sigma,
- KPI's,
- Financial Management,
- Quality assurance metrics
- Updated LOTO Training for All Employee's & Equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections of facilities and equipment to identify maintenance needs.
- Developed standard operating procedures for maintenance tasks to improve consistency and quality.
Millwright General Foreman
Bechtel
Gregory, TX
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Millwright Foreman
Ellwood Texas Forge Houston
Navasota, TX
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Supervised mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Aligned and leveled machines with precision measuring tools to avoid wear and tear.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Estimated time and materials for projects to assist management in making informed decisions.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Led safety training sessions to enhance team compliance with industry standards.
Owner
American Movers
Baytown, TX
11.2017 - 01.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
General Foreman
CB&I
Hackberry, LA
12.2015 - 11.2017
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure project timelines and safety standards were met.
- Coordinated workforce deployment to optimize productivity across multiple job sites.
- Conducted meetings with employees to discuss safety issues, status and development.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Millwright Foreman
Bechtel
Sabine Pass, TX
07.2014 - 12.2015
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment.
- Estimated time and materials for projects to assist management in making informed decisions.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports.
- Supervised team and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
Journeyman Millwright/ Foreman
Turner Industries
Texas/ Louisiana
10.2008 - 06.2014
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Maintained mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems to keep systems working together correctly.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Education
College in General Studies -
Alvin Community College
Alvin, TXSkills
- Safety optimization
- Team leadership
- Meeting project deadlines
- Conducting equipment inspections
- Equipment installation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Precision fabrication
- Proficient in reading blueprints
- Project oversight
- Effective issue resolution
- Mechanical equipment repair
- Proficient in precision measurement techniques
- Quality control management
- Maintenance tracking and reporting
Certification
NCCER: Journeyman Millwright ; NCCER: Rigging gold card; NCCER: Electrical; NCCER: Construction safety; NCCER: Core curriculum. OSHA Certified; NFPA 70E/ Arc Flash Training & Certified Maintenance Supervisor.
Timeline
Owner
Sawyers Transport LLC
05.2025 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
C.H. Guenther and Son
11.2024 - 05.2025
Millwright General Foreman
Bechtel
09.2023 - 10.2024
Millwright Foreman
Ellwood Texas Forge Houston
02.2022 - 09.2023
Owner
American Movers
11.2017 - 01.2023
General Foreman
CB&I
12.2015 - 11.2017
Millwright Foreman
Bechtel
07.2014 - 12.2015
Journeyman Millwright/ Foreman
Turner Industries
10.2008 - 06.2014
College in General Studies -
Alvin Community College